Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2007 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 137,101 miles on the clock, averaging 8,166 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for OE56 YXY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 137,101 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 127 |
| Average per year | 8,166 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2003–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
1. Injector Seal Failure Causing Diesel Fuel Ingress into Engine Oil
The rubber seal around the fuel injector degrades, allowing diesel fuel to seep past the seal into the engine sump, contaminating the engine oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OE56 YXY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OE — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About OE56 YXY
What car is OE56 YXY?
OE56 YXY is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Oxford in 2007.
What is the mileage of OE56 YXY?
The last recorded mileage for OE56 YXY was 137,101 miles, recorded on 23 Jan 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OE56 YXY passed its MOT?
OE56 YXY has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 23 Jan 2023.
Is OE56 YXY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OE56 YXY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2007, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is OE56 YXY?
OE56 YXY is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.